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Paul Cezanne and The Bibemus quarries

The quarry of Bibemus with its ocher rock never ceased to inspire Paul Cezanne: he created his best canvas on this site. We'll take a pathway between the immense blocks of rock within the green surroundings, to understand the special bond that linked the artist to this wild nature of contrasts.
Come discover the Grand Site Concors Sainte-Victoire, protected wildlife reserve and mountain range. Come and see how mineral meet vegetal in this mediterrranean pine wood. A guided tour along a circuit will tell you all about the painter Paul Cézanne and his stay in Provence. He walked the countryside with his painting material to paint the Ste-Victoire mount. Well' show you reproductions of his masterpieces spread in the wood. Discover the ochre sandstone rocks used to build the town of Aix-en-Provence.

Meeting point at the Bibemus quarry gate (parking spaces are limited) come 15 minutes in advance to find a spot.

➜ Walking guided tour
➜ Language: in English and French
➜ Duration: about 2:30
➜ Equipment: hiking shoes, water, bring a picnic during nocturnals in the summer.

Booking at the information desk or on the website of the Aix-en-Provence Tourist Office.
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Opening times and Prices

Monday 21 April 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 19 May 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

From 09/06 to 16/06/2025, every Monday between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 14 July 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 25 August 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 22 September 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 27 October 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 10 November 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Monday 22 December 2025 between 10.15 am and 12.15 pm.

Prices

Adult: 23 €, Child (6-16 years): 19 €.


With the Aix-en-Provence City Pass: 10% discount
Family (2 adults + 2 child 6-12s) : 76€
Free for child under 6 years old.

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With the Aix-en-Provence City Pass

On presentation of the City Pass, benefit from a 10% discount on this visit.

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Parking de Bibémus

3080 chemin de Bibémus

13100  Aix-en-Provence

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